What is the difference between IPL & a photo facial?

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Raffy Karamanoukian, MD, FACS · Answer

Our office uses the Limelight photofacial system which uses IPL technology to target pigment, unwanted blood vessels underneath the skin, fine wrinkles, excess hair, and large pores. Best, DR. Karamanoukian Santa Monica

J. Jason Wendel, MD, FACS · Answer

Thank you for your question.Photo facial is a term used to describe what IPL can be used for. To be sure what treatment is best for you, see two or more board-certified providers in your area for a complete evaluation to make sure you are a good candidate and that it is safe for you to have treatment.I hope this helps.

Jason Emer, MD · Answer

There is no difference between IPL and photofacial.  I suggest seeing a cosmetic dermatologist if you are considering this type of treatment.  Best, Dr. Emer.

Jason Pozner, MD · Answer

IPL - Intense pulsed light device (also known as BBL - Brand band light device) is the technology used to perform a photofacial/fotofacial. IPL/BBL's are also used for other things like hair removal, treatment of vascular lesions, pigment etc. A photofacial/fotofacial is a treatment performed to help even out the skin tone. I was involved in a study with Dr. Patrick Bitter from California looking at antiaging properties of these devices. For more info go to the Sciton website

F. Victor Rueckl, MD (in memoriam) · Answer

IPL is a machine that gives off intense pulsed light, which is used for skin rejuvenation primarily. Photo facial is a marketing term for the procedure because the "flash" of the IPL is often described like the "flash of a camera". "This answer has been solicited without seeing this patient and cannot be held as true medical advice, but only opinion. Seek in-person treatment with a trained medical professional for appropriate care."

What is the difference between IPL & a photo facial?

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More IPL Questions

I had IPL yesterday for rosacea, blood vessels and the redness seems worse than ever. Is this normal?

I had a a photo Facial/IPL and the tip was cool but she didn't put a gel on my face first. Is that normal?

Will my beauty marks/sun spots return after my IPL photofacial treatments? (Photo)

I've had 4 IPL sessions to treat sun spots on my hands without any improvement. Is it worth having any more?

Are all IPL machines the same?

Will the pink under my pigment spots from IPL treatment return to normal color?

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